Jon Stewart says police brutality is the fault of society, slams 'malevolent' Donald Trump’s response
The former “Daily Show” host spoke to The New York Times Magazine to promote his upcoming film “Irresistible,” which focuses on a Democratic strategist helping a man from a small conservative town win his mayoral election. The wide-ranging interview touched upon the news of the day, prompting the comedian to note that he believes the problem with policing in the United States has to do with larger societal issues.
The former “Daily Show” host spoke to The New York Times Magazine to promote his upcoming film “Irresistible,” which focuses on a Democratic strategist helping a man from a small conservative town win his mayoral election. The wide-ranging interview touched upon the news of the day, prompting the comedian to note that he believes the problem with policing in the United States has to do with larger societal issues.
Petition calls for all Tennessee Confederate monuments to be replaced with statues of Dolly Parton
A petition has been created to replace all statues that memorialize Confederate officers in Tennessee with statues of Dolly Parton.
A petition has been created to replace all statues that memorialize Confederate officers in Tennessee with statues of Dolly Parton.
Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
For the fourth time in its history, the Oscars are being postponed. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network said Monday that the 93rd Academy Awards will now be held April 25, 2021, eight weeks later than originally planned because of the pandemic’s effects on the movie industry.
Barbra Streisand gifts George Floyd’s daughter, Gianna Floyd, Disney stock
Gianna made the announcement on her Instagram page.
Gianna made the announcement on her Instagram page.
Tyler Perry to pay for Rayshard Brooks' funeral expenses
Tyler Perry is paying for the funeral costs of the man shot and killed by an Atlanta police officer Friday night, a lawyer for the victim's family announced on Monday.
Tyler Perry is paying for the funeral costs of the man shot and killed by an Atlanta police officer Friday night, a lawyer for the victim's family announced on Monday.
Amazon considers removing 'Dukes of Hazzard' from its streaming library over Confederate flag: report
Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
Amazon is reportedly considering removing the immensely popular 1970s series “The Dukes of Hazzard” from its streaming library as it reviews its content offerings in the wake of racial tensions and protests happening throughout the U.S.
Oscars to set best picture category at 10 nominees, implement inclusion standards for eligibility
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
The organization is planning to implement new eligibility requirements with an eye toward diversity that will be finalized by the end of July.
‘The Bachelor’ names Matt James as its first-ever black lead
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Matt James, 28, is the first black lead contestant in the show’s 18-year history.
Rapper Scarface recovering 2 months after COVID-19 diagnosis: 'I am glad to be alive'
More than two months after he tested positive for COVID-19, Houston rapper Scarface says he is still a little weak and has to undergo dialysis daily, but he is "glad to be alive."
More than two months after he tested positive for COVID-19, Houston rapper Scarface says he is still a little weak and has to undergo dialysis daily, but he is "glad to be alive."
Lady Antebellum drops 'Antebellum' from band name due to slavery connotation
The change comes after learning the word's association to slavery, the band said in a statement.
The change comes after learning the word's association to slavery, the band said in a statement.
Reported outrage toward Nickelodeon cartoon 'Paw Patrol' sparks wild reactions online
A piece from The New York Times sparked wild reactions on social media over the writer's apparent outrage at the Nickelodeon cartoon series "Paw Patrol" amid the fallout of the death of George Floyd.
A piece from The New York Times sparked wild reactions on social media over the writer's apparent outrage at the Nickelodeon cartoon series "Paw Patrol" amid the fallout of the death of George Floyd.
'Live PD' dropped by A&E on heels of 'Cops' cancellation
“This is a critical time in our nation’s history and we have made the decision to cease production on Live PD," A&E said in a statement.
“This is a critical time in our nation’s history and we have made the decision to cease production on Live PD," A&E said in a statement.
Garth Brooks to host concert event at 300 drive-in theaters across America
Tickets will reportedly go on sale on June 19 and will cost $100, which will cover one passenger car or SUV.
Tickets will reportedly go on sale on June 19 and will cost $100, which will cover one passenger car or SUV.
Coachella, Stagecoach festivals canceled for 2020 due to coronavirus concerns
Riverside County officials have announced that Coachella and Stagecoach have been canceled for 2020. This comes after the two music festivals were earlier postponed until October as the global coronavirus outbreak spread into major cities across the U.S.
Riverside County officials have announced that Coachella and Stagecoach have been canceled for 2020. This comes after the two music festivals were earlier postponed until October as the global coronavirus outbreak spread into major cities across the U.S.
'Harry Potter' creator JK Rowling responds to critics over her transgender comments
“Harry Potter” creator J.K. Rowling says she refuses to “bow down” to criticism about her recent comments about transgender people. Rowling published a post on her blog website Wednesday in response to the backlash and her concerns over “new trans activism.”
“Harry Potter” creator J.K. Rowling says she refuses to “bow down” to criticism about her recent comments about transgender people. Rowling published a post on her blog website Wednesday in response to the backlash and her concerns over “new trans activism.”
FOX SOUL: Celebrating black culture
FOX SOUL is a live and interactive streaming channel dedicated to being the heart and soul of the black community. Our programs celebrate black culture and deal with real topics that impact the everyday lives of the community, through frank and insightful dialogue with local and national personalities.
FOX SOUL is a live and interactive streaming channel dedicated to being the heart and soul of the black community. Our programs celebrate black culture and deal with real topics that impact the everyday lives of the community, through frank and insightful dialogue with local and national personalities.
HBO Max pulls 'Gone With the Wind' from library amid racial tensions
HBO Max pulled the Oscar-winning Civil War epic "Gone With the Wind" from its library amid heightened racial tensions following the death of George Floyd.
HBO Max pulled the Oscar-winning Civil War epic "Gone With the Wind" from its library amid heightened racial tensions following the death of George Floyd.
'Live PD' host says show is 'coming back' after being pulled from air: 'We are not abandoning you'
"Live PD" doesn't seem to be gone for good.
"Live PD" doesn't seem to be gone for good.
'Cops' TV show ends 32-year run following George Floyd protests, according to reports
"Cops" is ending its 32-year run after protests sprang up around the world due to the outrage over George Floyd's death at the hands of police.
"Cops" is ending its 32-year run after protests sprang up around the world due to the outrage over George Floyd's death at the hands of police.
‘Broken Hearts Gallery,’ ‘Tenet’ among new flicks moviegoers can expect at movie theaters in July
“We have faith in a theatrical rebound, and we look forward to being there right out of the gate with our exhibition partners’ anticipated reemergence, as — and when — state-by-state safety guidelines are met,” said Josh Greenstein, Sony’s Motion Picture Group president.
“We have faith in a theatrical rebound, and we look forward to being there right out of the gate with our exhibition partners’ anticipated reemergence, as — and when — state-by-state safety guidelines are met,” said Josh Greenstein, Sony’s Motion Picture Group president.